Purchasing new radio equipment (e.g. transceivers, antennas, accessories, etc.) can be tricky business indeed. Having to rely on product info statements in magazines (i.e. ads), media releases on websites and other unreliable advice can land you in a world of hurt.
Experienced radio comms hobbyists will tell you that prior to any hobby purchase you need to do your homework — not only to avoid wasting your hard earned money but also to ensure the product you’re buying actually meets your requirements.
Essentially, one of the best ways to find out about a product is to read reviews about it. That is, comments and descriptions from other hobbyists who have used the product and have taken the time to pen their experiences with it.
Sure, the DA-RC team have penned a good number of reviews which can be found at https://www.delta-alfa.com/category/product-reviews/ , but with no less than 127587 reviews on 11908 different amateur radio products and services, the best online location for product reviews, without, doubt is eHam.net Reviews.
Here you’ll find reviews of products and services submitted by members of the site — honest, valuable assessments from real people with real opinions from all parts of the globe. All reviewers also give the product a rating out of /5 which can give you, the potential buyer, some useful data to drive your future decision making.
All you need to do is type in the name of the product you’re wanting to know about in the Search box (See above left) and then follow the links.
There are also links to new products which are also helpful.
To write your OWN review on the eHam Reviews is also simple. Just navigate your way to the Member Signup page and fill in the questions.
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